2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1361 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Discovery | G6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
